26-27 Elementary Music Teacher

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy • Cumberland, RI

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) is a network of tuition-free public charter schools dedicated to preparing scholars for college and beyond. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools, BVP offers a high-quality school choice to families in Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket. The mission of BVP is to empower every scholar as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers. BVP is committed to creating a diverse staff that reflects the diversity of its students, families, and communities. The network seeks dedicated team members willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college, with a strong emphasis on equity in classrooms, curriculums, and school systems.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is required with certification in music education or the ability to be emergency certified by the Rhode Island Department of Education.
• Successful applicants must hold an appropriate Rhode Island teacher certification by their date of hire.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of two years teaching experience in a diverse public school setting preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency in vocal performance or a musical instrument, and experience with leading both choral and instrumental programs is strongly preferred.
• Bilingual candidates preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach general music education classes to scholars in grades 5 and 6 during the school day.
• Option to support with beginner band 1-2 times weekly after school.
• Create and implement engaging lessons, incorporating a balance of music literacy, vocal development, instrumental instruction, movement, and composition for daily general music classes.
• Align lessons with national and state music standards.
• Work independently and collaboratively with school-based and district-wide teams to help build upon our expanding music program and curriculum.
• Organize and host annual performances and/or concerts to showcase scholars' work throughout the year.
• Create an environment of respect and rapport.
• Establish a culture of learning that reflects the educational importance of the work undertaken by both scholars and teachers.
• Establish and monitor routines and procedures for the smooth operation of the classroom and the efficient use of time.
• Manage scholar behavior to allow for high levels of engagement with the content.
• Model a precise and expressive use of language to effectively communicate with scholars, including: expectations for learning, directions for activities, and explanations of content.
• Use questions, prompts, and discussion techniques to cognitively challenge scholars, advance high-level thinking and discourse, and promote metacognition.
• Intellectually engage all scholars in learning through well-designed learning tasks and activities that require complex thinking, and include appropriate scaffolding.
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to drive instructional planning, monitor scholar learning, provide feedback to scholars, and facilitate scholars’ self-monitoring of learning.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range commensurate with experience and comprehensive medical and dental plan
• Internal hiring to capitalize on strengths and interests
• Collaborative, team-driven culture
• Instructional coaching
• Referral bonuses
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and access to tuition reimbursement for all employees
• All staff members receive a minimum of 9 personal days per year
• 401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%
• Generous parental leave benefits (paid time off, extended leave available, etc.)
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care (matched)
• Longevity Bonuses
• Impact Factors (additional compensation for shared experiences and education/certification beyond what is required)
• School-aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)
• Paid summer opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level